“Hire me for free,” says UK-based Indian student: Is Britain’s economic slump the culprit behind the job crisis of Indian students?

Swetha Kothandan, an Indian student in the UK, has sparked a discussion on the job crisis faced by international students, offering to work for free to secure employment as her visa deadline looms. With rising unemployment and reduced hiring amid the UK’s economic slump, many graduates struggle to find opportunities. This situation raises urgent questions about the support systems for international students and the ethical implications of unpaid work in a tightening job market.